Medical Assistant

American Family Care Santa Clara University

Medical Assistant

Santa Clara, CA
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Flexible schedule

    Training & development

    Benefits/Perks

    Paid time off

    Great small business work environment

    Flexible scheduling

    Job Summary

    Provides general medical care under the direction of a licensed provider to patients in an outpatient clinic setting. This position works directly with a franchised business location. The specific job duties and benefits can vary between franchises.

    Responsibilities will include both Receptionist & Medical Assistant duties

    Obtain patient vitals, medical history, and reason for visit, and prepare the patient for a physical exam

    Ensure all ordered tests are performed accurately and in a timely manner

    Administer medications and treatments in accordance with the approved procedure

    Administer injections

    Draw blood and prepare labs for reference lab processing and/or in-house processing

    Perform laboratory tests, lab-quality controls, and equipment maintenance according to written instructions

    Prepare exam rooms; sterilize instruments, equipment, and supplies for procedures

    Maintain complete and accurate documentation

    Respond to all patient requests

    Perform all drug screening procedures in accordance with established rules and regulations

    Ensure patient immunizations are well documented and administered in accordance with the approved procedure

    Complete patient registration, run insurance, collect any fees

    Answer phone calls in a timely manner

    Qualifications

    Six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certified Medical Assistants are preferred but not required. Must be willing to work weekends and evenings if needed.

    Company Overview

    American Family Care (AFC) is one of the largest primary and urgent care companies in the U.S. providing services seven days a week on a walk-in basis. Our state-of-the-art centers focus on the episodic treatment of acute illnesses and injuries, workers' compensation, and occupational medicine. Each location is equipped with an onsite lab and in-house x-ray capability.

    AFC is the parent company of AFC Franchising, LLC (AFCF).